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Native Americans in Philanthropy
Our vision is healthy and sustainable communities
enhanced by the Native spirit of generosity.
Our mission is to advance philanthropic practices
grounded in Native values and traditions.
To advance the mission of NAP, our framework is centered on three strategic directions:
Engage Native and non-Native practitioners of philanthropy to focus on sustainable Native communities;
Educate to instill Native philanthropic values into contemporary practice; &
Empower Native philanthropic leadership to be effective practitioners.
Strategic Directions
Who makes up the ‘YOU’?
Regional Action
YOU Networks
30% - 30% - 30%Nonprofits: Native and non-Native
Funders: Tribal giving programs, traditional and family foundations, etc.
Individuals: In and out of philanthropy, interested in Native issues
10% Partners and Allies
Regional Action Network Goals
• Enhance Native leadership in philanthropy
• Share stories and resources in Native philanthropy
• Assess issues and opportunities within each region
• Grow resources for Native led causes and concerns
• Honor the philanthropic work in Native communities
RAN Tour GatheringTour 1NAP Information/Framework SharingRAN Dialogue•What does ‘philanthropy’ mean to you?•What networks exist in this region?
Tour 2NAP Program OverviewsRAN Dialogue•What resources do you or your org bring?•How to move towards asset-based paradigm?•What opportunities in the region for partnerships, collaboration
NORTHWEST NAP Board Members: •Dana Arviso, Potlatch Fund•Ricardo Lopez, Alaska Community Foundation
CoLA Members:•Joshua Brown•Linda Levier•Tachini Pete•Mary Jane Oatman-Wak Wak
RAN Weaver:•Shelley Means
NORTHWEST
RAN Gatherings (111):Seattle, WA (2) Portland, OR Missoula, MT Walla Walla, WA Anchorage, AK
2013 RAN FALL TOUR
• Mix of ½ and full day meetings
• At least one meeting per region– Idaho
• Looking for hosts/partners for fall gatherings
8th Native Philanthropy Institute
Philanthropy Ignited: Relationships, Communities,
Innovations
April 3-5, 2013Cherokee Hard Rock Resort &
CasinoTulsa, OK
Philanthropy Ignited: Relationships, Communities,
Innovations
At this year’s Institute:
•Ignite philanthropy to advance its role of supporting Native communities
•Create opportunities for attendees to build new and deepen existing relationships
•Elevate connections between philanthropy and Native communities
•Identify innovative approaches to furthering our work
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